During this period, there is a deluge of lists and posts covering things you could buy for those close to you. In this spirit, I thought we could spend a bit of time looking at a number of items that are well within the futurist paradigm.… Continue Reading
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Discussion: Can WikiLeaks Be Shut Down?
Emerging over the past week is a clearly co-ordinated attempt to remove WikiLeaks from the internet, and even to end its existence as an organisation. So, what I wanted to do with the discussion this time is look at whether or not WikiLeaks can actually be shut down – and what this very serious precedent might set for the future of internet neutrality.… Continue Reading
SMI2LE: The Futurist Thought of Timothy Leary
There are many names in the world of futurism past and present, but one that is often overlooked despite his influential impact is the High Priest of the psychedelic movement: Dr. Timothy Leary.… Continue Reading
Top 10 Futurist Movies
Top 10 futurist movies, each film had to focus on futurist themes such as technology or an examination of utopian/dystopian society. I will explain with each choice just what these themes are exactly, but it’s worth keeping in mind that this isn’t just a list of great sci-fi films – but specifically of great films which also have a futurist aesthetic or theme.… Continue Reading
Water Shortages: The Unspoken Crisis
For many years now we have seen a forthcoming global catastrophe. It is one that will impact many millions of lives, leading to widespread conflict and quite likely forced migration. It is also one that at this stage is inevitable, in fact it has already started. The problem is: nobody is talking about it.… Continue Reading
Discussion: Spirituality and Futurism
Today’s discussion surrounds the role of spirituality in futurist dialogue. Is there enough of it? Would you like to see more of it? Basically, to what degree should the often subjective element of metaphysical ideology shape our view of the future and the direction we are heading in?… Continue Reading